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LF53 DXX

2004 Piaggio Vespa ET4

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

31,541 mi
Last recorded31,541 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2014
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa ET48,144 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF53 DXX
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa ET4
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2014 31,541 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 30,800 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2013 30,800 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 7 Dec 2011 26,331 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2011 26,331 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

rear tyre flat therefore no brake reading can b e taken.

Pass 29 Dec 2010 22,426 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2010 19,119 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2010 19,118 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 13 Dec 2008 16,202 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2008 11,600 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2008 11,600 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 18 Dec 2006 6,647 miles

How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa ET4?

Based on 5,276 MOT tests across 1,062 vehicles.

79.0%
Pass Rate
869
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
1,062
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 210
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 121
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 73
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 71
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 65
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LF53 DXX is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa ET4 in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2004 Piaggio Vespa ET4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 8,144 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Piaggio Vespa ET4 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 210 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LF53 DXX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Vespa ET4 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 22 years old, this Piaggio Vespa ET4 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LF53 DXX registered?

LF53 DXX is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa ET4, first registered on 6 January 2004.

Is LF53 DXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF53 DXX shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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